What is Acne?
Acne is a skin condition that typically occurs when your hair follicles become blocked with dead skin cells and oil. Acne usually shows up on your:
- Face
- Chest
- Upper back and shoulders
Acne is more prevalent in teens, but it can happen at any age and on various body parts. You might only experience mild acne that goes away with time, or you might have persistent acne that causes scarring and emotional distress.
Sudden-onset acne in older adults can signal an underlying medical condition, such as a hormonal disorder or autoimmune disease.
What causes acne?
Various factors can play a role in the development of acne, such as:
- Bacteria
- Excess oil production
- Certain medications
- Hair follicles that get blocked by oil and dead skin cells
- Chronic stress
- Certain foods
- Aging
- Family history
- Excess friction, irritation, or pressure on the skin
- Hormonal imbalances
How can I prevent acne?
To take care of your skin and prevent acne, you can:
- Cleanse and moisturize your skin regularly
- Avoid harsh scrubbing of your skin
- Use medical-grade professional skin care products
- Work with a skin care specialist
- Replace old makeup and removing your makeup before sleeping
- Avoid touching your face
During your personal consultation, the team devises a personalized treatment plan to address your acne and acne scarring and improve your skin health.
What treatments are available for acne?
New Body Medical provides a range of treatment methods for acne and scarring, including:
- Medical-grade moisturizers, sunscreens, and other skin care products
- Microneedling
- Dermal fillers like Restylane
- Chemical peels
- Laser skin resurfacing
- PDO threads
- Minor cosmetic surgery, such as a brow lift
- Medications
- Prescription topical acne treatments to kill bacteria and minimize oil
- Recommending lifestyle changes like stress management, a nutrient-dense diet, and regular exercise
New Body Medical offers effective treatments for hyperpigmentation and scarring, including laser technology that yields impressive results with minimal downtime. Modern advanced laser technology delivers laser energy to your skin and stimulates the production of collagen and elastin and the growth of healthy new skin cells that decrease scarring and hyperpigmentation.
New Body Medical offers effective treatment for acne and acne scarring. Call the office or schedule your personal consultation online.
